Elaine Bargatze
Tennie Elaine Bargatze was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She passed away peacefully at home with her husband and two children by her side on July 8, 2022 at age 76.
Elaine was born to Carsie Addison and Gracie Mae Durham on October 20, 1945 in Hartsville, TN. She is predeceased by 2 brothers J.C. and Bobby, and 4 sisters Jimmie, Evelyn, Kathleen, and Stella.
Elaine always had a profound appreciation of nature which can be traced to childhood when she spent days in the woods on the family farm in TN. She loved gardening, reading, painting, writing poetry, sewing and cooking incredible meals for her family. She was a homemaker at the highest level, creating a beautiful and loving family environment.
She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Landis Richard Bargatze, Sr., son Landis Richard Bargatze, Jr., daughter Bonnie Grace Bargatze, and 4 grandchildren Luke, Landis, Alex, and Luna.
Services
Come join us in celebrating her life from 12-3 p.m. on July 19, 2022 at St. Louis Cremation.
302 Jungermann Rd
St. Peters, MO 63376
Directions
In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer organization and/or Vietnam Veterans of America.
Elaine will be missed by so many. She was a good soul and the above words express her dedication to her husband, my brother, children and grandchildren. We all loved her and her gifts she gave to life.
A beautiful lady inside and out
She always had a kind word and a smile
I was better for my visits with her
My sympathies to the family
My grandma (or Memaw as me and my brother Luke call her) was an amazing lady. She helped shape both me and my brother into the people we are today. Countless nights when I was younger I’d stay the night and just chat with Memaw and papa. One of my earliest memories is in her house. I was playing with a little plastic golf set, right next to her beautiful garden that she kept thriving for so many years and loved so much. She was truly a blessing in anyones life she touched. She will be missed dearly, rest in paradise Memaw!!!
My heart goes out to the family on your lost. You are in our prayers.
Oh-so sad to hear of her passing! My mom loved her so dearly! They were best friends for many years!
My deepest sympathies Landis, Rick, and Bonnie and family! I’ll be praying for you!!
With Love,
Andrea (Sutton) Nall
I was sad to learn of Elaine’s passing. We grew up together in Tennessee in a close-nit farming community. We attended a one room rural school where we knew everyone in the community. My deepest condolences to the family.
My sincere sympathy in the loss of Elaine. She was a kind and gentle lady. My prayers will be for her and your family.